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Miami, Fl, Us

Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area

Supervises staff of cooks and food service workers in large-scale production of meals.Ability to determine when tasks should be completed and delegate accordingly.Supervises staff in cooking and preparing foods for meals and instructing subordinates in food handling procedures.Supervises meals in the dining room and the distribution of meals to clients and employees; ensures meals are served at scheduled times.Oversees the maintenance of the cleanliness of equipment and the work area, ensuring compliance with proper sanitary requirements of local, state, and federal regulations.Plan menus and the ordering and receiving of food and other supplies; ensures deliveries are reconciled with purchases.Monitors food cost and portion control; maintains food costs records and process invoices.Maintains food storage to ensure wholesomeness and to prevent food contamination.Maintain good time management skills, ability to meet deadlines, organize and manage tasks effectively.Maintains security of kitchen and food service equipment and food supplies.Supervises staff in cooking and preparing foods for meals and instructing subordinates in food processing methods and procedures; plans work schedules.Supervises meals in the dining room and the distribution of meals to clients and employees; ensures meals are served at scheduled times; recommends changes in procedures for food preparation and service; determines the quantity of foods to be prepared.Plans menus and the ordering and receiving food supplies; ensures deliveries are reconciled with purchases.Monitors food cost and portion control; maintains food costs records and process invoices; maintains food storage to ensure wholesomeness and to prevent food contamination.Performs training and development of immediate staff in quantity food preparation, storage guidelines, and therapeutic diets; assists with professional growth of staff per county requirements.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Place food orders and plans the weekly menu.Manage the food quality standards by consistently monitoring the temperature of hot food as well as insuring that our cold food is stored according to standards.Understand and adhere to all health code requirements.Control food cost and usage by working with warehouse supervisor to make use of donated food.Develop a budget for our food service operation Keep track of supplies and reorder when necessary.Supervise evaluate and train a kitchen staff and volunteers to prepare and serve 1,500 daily meals.

Direct and manage the daily operations and activities of the Food Services Department to achieve quality improvement, fiscal, productivity and resident satisfaction goals and objectives established by upper managementResponsible for staff performance and accomplishment of departmental responsibilities in accordance with corporate, department and safety policies and procedures to meet both company and regulatory requirementsProvide high-quality service to, and acting as liaison with, residents and employeesEnsure efficient operation of the department and optimum use of resources to maximize productivity and minimize costsParticipate in the recruitment and hiring of food service employees.Supervise food service employees, and ensure adequate staffing in the food service department.Lead by example, encourage teamwork, promote residence philosophy, and provide ongoing coaching to employees.Conduct regular performance appraisals with employees.Ensure appropriate handling of on-the-job injuries as reported by employees.Oversee and implement the training of all food service employees in accordance with state and federal regulations, residence policies and training programs.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Prepare and cook food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, regulations, and residents’ individual prescribed diets and food preference.Present food in an appetizing and attractive manner.Ensure that food is delivered on time and in a pleasant manner and within budget.Prepare food and coordinate food service for special events as requested.Ensure compliance with HACCP, local health department regulations and the residence policies and procedures.Maintain a clean, organized and safe kitchen environment.Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Supervise kitchen staffs that assist in preparing and serving meals.Follow food safety guidelines (food labeling, storage, temperature and disposal)Plan and prepare three complete meals a day, and snacks, throughout the day for clients at our facilities.Operate within assigned budget.Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.Serve food to facility residents and employees.Take inventory of supplies and equipment.Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils and other cooking equipment.Compile and maintain records for food use and expenditures.Train new employees.Follow food safety guidelines (food labeling, storage, temperature and disposal)Order food, supplies, and equipment based on needs.

Master Of Science - Ms, Hospitality Administration/Management, 3.5

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Hospitality Administration/Management, 3.0

Culinary Arts/Chef Training